Union of Dodecanese with Greece
31 March
The Dodecanese islands were transferred to the control of the Greek Army on this date in 1947, something marked with patriotic displays and folk dances in local costume.
Aï Giórgi (St George’s Day)
April
On 23 April - or Easter Monday if Easter falls later - after morning liturgy, horse races enliven Pylí village. Once these finish, follow the crowds to a remoter chapel of the saint above Zipári, where drink and roast meat are offered to all comers amidst music and dancing. Short Film Festival May For three days in mid-May, the Orfeas cinema (Platía Eleftherías) hosts three hours each day of short works, mostly by Greek filmmakers - the 'travelling' contingent of the hugely successful International Short Film Festival in Drama in northern Greece.
Full Moon Beach Parties
May-August
Durable Mylos Beach Bar at Aktí Zouroúdi, Lámbi (2km northwest of town), is the scene of these popular summer events, which include DJ sets, live pop and electronica; proceedings begin at 10pm.
Ippokrateia
July-September
From mid-July to early September, various concerts and drama are presented by the local municipality at selected plazas around Kos Town.